Dams Engineering Manager (Civil Engineering)

TL;DR

Dams Engineering Manager (Civil Engineering): Leading the design, rehabilitation, and construction of dams and hydraulic structures with an accent on hydropower and flood control projects. Focus on managing multi-disciplinary teams, delivering high-quality technical design products, and mentoring junior engineering staff.

Location: Hybrid; must be based in or be able to relocate to the US (Denver, Tualatin, Seattle, San Jose, Rancho Cordova, Las Vegas, or Walnut Creek). Relocation eligible.

Salary: $114,930.00 - $249,522.00 per year

Company

A 100% employee-owned global leader in sustainable infrastructure, providing engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction services for over 100 years.

What you will do

• Lead projects and tasks involving dams, spillways, intakes, outlets, and other hydropower and hydraulic structure improvements.
• Deliver innovative, high-quality design products, including plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical analyses.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across various disciplines to resolve technical concerns and deliver client solutions.
• Manage and mentor junior staff, reviewing lower-level engineering assignments to ensure quality.
• Perform site and client visits to advance project delivery and gather technical requirements.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work for projects of moderate to major scope.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in dam or hydraulic structures engineering.
• Active engineering registration or licensure (P.E. License) to support Engineer of Record (EOR) requirements.
• Must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding, including criminal/civil background checks, drug screens, and motor vehicle records searches.

Nice to have

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Experience working with West Coast dams and hydropower clients.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulatory requirements for dams and hydropower.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee-owned (ESOP) structure allowing staff to share in the financial rewards of company success.
• Hybrid work environment providing flexibility to balance professional and personal life.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances starting day one.
• Company-matched 401k plan and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Generous paid vacation, holiday time, and sick leave.